Antique Japanese & World Weapons AUG. 29th
Lot 260:
Interesting 19th C. Asian Tibetan or Chinese Collapsible Sword / Dagger with Silver & Gold Inlays. Consisting of three movable sections each of several strong steel bars riveted together, las one equipped wit a strong broad double edged blade with a distinctive diamond point, lower blade reinforced with riveted steel plates. All sections except the blade adorned with silver and gold decorations of Buddhist nature. Unusual and interesting weapon, which would require a particular skill of operating in combat. Total length (inside scabbard if present) : 20 1/2" Blade length : 6 1/2"
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